There are better places. “Bang Saray, a coastal town in Thailand, has seen an increase in Russian residents and tourists, particularly since the war in Ukraine. This influx is due to Thailand's popularity as a tourist destination and a place for Russians to relocate, with some drawn to the affordability and relaxed atmosphere compared to other havens in Europe and the Middle East. There have also been reports of Russians involved in both tourism-related activities and more serious legal issues, like financial fraud, in the Bang Saray area”